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Graphic warning that landslides can happen without warning, showing rocks falling near a house.

Wellington drivers urged to take care in wild weather

June 26, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington City motorists are being urged to take extra care as wind and rain continue to affect roads across the lower North Island. Police are […]

Cover graphic for Wellington News showing eight founding members of the Wellington News Business Directory, including Custodian Services, The Law Lady, Ammu South Indian Restaurant, Havaiki Kai, Pivotal Print, ATR All Things Restoration, Prime Doors Wellington and R&J Tree Services.

Wellington News welcomes eight founding members to the Business Directory

June 23, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington News is pleased to welcome eight of the founding members of the Wellington News Business Directory, helping readers find and support trusted local businesses […]

Portrait of Wellington Water chief executive Pat Dougherty.

Wellington still discharges screened sewage

May 21, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington’s Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant is not expected to be fully restored until February 2027, with screened wastewater continuing to be discharged into Cook […]

Montage of climate innovation scenes, including farmland, marine conservation, sustainable packaging, research activity and a coastal clean-up team.

Victoria University elevates Kiwi climate ideas

May 20, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Six New Zealand climate solutions have been nominated by Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington, for the 2026 Earthshot Prize, recognising local work to […]

A small neighbourhood playground with a slide, swings and climbing frame sits on a grassy hill, with a parked car visible in the foreground.

Brooklyn’s Mitchell Street playground upgrade seeks community input

April 30, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington City Council is asking residents to help shape the future of the Mitchell Street play area, with two design options now open for public […]

Red emergency-style graphic with bold white text reading “State of Emergency” against a dark red background with light streak effects.

State of emergency declared in Wellington as heavy rain hits region

April 20, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A state of emergency has been declared across the Wellington region as heavy rain, flooding and slips continue to impact communities on Monday afternoon. Wellington […]

A yellow double-decker Metlink bus drives through a city street lined with historic buildings on a wet day.

Greater Wellington seeks fuel relief, warns of cuts

April 15, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Greater Wellington Regional Council is urging the Government to step in with targeted support for public transport as rising diesel prices put pressure on services […]

A middle-aged man wearing glasses and a blue blazer smiles at the camera in a well-lit indoor office setting.

Council reappoints Corry, confirms leadership continuity

April 15, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Greater Wellington Regional Council has reappointed chief executive Nigel Corry for a further two-year term following a formal performance review. The decision, confirmed on 14 […]

Tall carved wooden tumu sculptures stand in Te Ngākau Civic Square, with modern city buildings rising in the background.

Te Ngākau Civic Square reopens, celebrates heritage, nature

April 12, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Te Ngākau Civic Square will reopen to the public from Saturday 14 March, marking a major milestone in the capital’s civic precinct redevelopment and the […]

A large fallen tree lies across a forest trail, its roots exposed and branches tangled, blocking the path in a bush-covered park area.

Rangituhi tracks close after storm damage

February 26, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

All tracks connecting Boundary Rd to Spicer Park have been closed after significant storm damage left trees unstable and branches at risk of falling. Porirua […]

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